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Hibonite and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.84
3.20-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{0001} good, {10 1 0} parting
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hibonite and Enstatite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Hibonite and Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hibonite- (Ca,Ce)(Al,Ti,Mg)12O19
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hibonite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hibonite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hibonite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hibonite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.